“Are you still sad?” Mia, my brother Dean’s wife and also my best friend asked. She hurriedly visited me earlier right after she came back from Spain.
I forced a smile that didn’t even reach my eyes. “I’ll be lying if I said I’m not Mia. You know how much I sacrificed for him.”“Since our elementary days, till we graduated from college, you witnessed it all.” I added, trying to ignore the thorn that was inside my throat.It’s been five months since I left, or more like he did. I wasn’t able to see him anymore, nor was I willing to face him. True to my words, it was also months since I last cried. When I forced myself not to shed any more tears, it wasn’t easy. I wasn’t completely healed. Well, it was the hardest.I was thankful that my family and friends were there. They lifted me up to forget and enjoy my freedom. I stayed at our Villa near the beach where we first met.I know that many people would rather be far away from the places that used to be their paradise before they got broken, but I prefer to face my fears. I wanted to measure how many months or years would it take me to fully heal myself. That one day, this place wouldn’t give me painful memories anymore. I wanted to experience how this place completed me, broke me, and how it would mend me.“I once felt what you are feeling right now Bella. Condolences. I just found out what happened to you and your baby.” She stated with sadness in her voice.“I’ll visit you next time, your brother is already paranoid. He keeps on calling me and telling me to go home.” Her blonde hair scattered when she bended to hug me. “Take Care!” Then she went out.I simply nodded and pinched my wrist to avoid shedding tears. Yes! The saddest part was that, I had a miscarriage three months after we parted. I didn’t know not until I collapsed one day.The doctor told me how dangerous my pregnancy was, but it was also one of the most happiest day of my life. However, not soon enough, I lost my baby. The doctor told us that it’s because I was exposed to too much stress.Black, my ex-husband didn’t know what had happened to me for the past five months. I didn’t know what happened to him either. Was he still living at our house? Was he working hard or slacking off? Or did he find another woman whom he would spend the rest of his life with? I didn’t know.Back then, he would often hug me from behind, squeezing my palm slightly as he would put some small kisses on my shoulders. His grey eyes would devour my soul and his black hair would hide more than half of his forehead. It was a scene so beautiful that I couldn’t forget, yet I know that I was slowly recovering from my fall. It was not until we married that everything changed.I stood up, faced the huge mirror and stared at myself. I have these almond-like eyes with an enticing brown irises. My hair was black and long while the shape of my face was complementing my features. My eyelashes were long and bent and my eyebrows fit my face well. A long pointed nose with a thin pinkish lips.I turned slightly to see my curves and side view. Everything was extravagant to witness, from head to toe. But I know that looks wouldn’t remain forever, and my beauty inside and out wasn’t enough to make him stay.“Princess!” I snapped myself back when I heard someone screaming.“Princess you have to hear this!”“We have some good news Princess!”I saw my two brothers rushing towards me, panting so hard.“What is it kuya?” I asked, addressing them as ‘kuya’ which means older brother in Filipino. We have Filipino blood that’s why we knew a little bit of Filipino words.Kuya Andrew went to the living room and stood right next to me with a smile on his face. “You mentioned before that you wanted to pursue modeling right?”I shrugged my shoulders, slamming my whole weight on the sofa. “I did, but I think that was years ago. Well, that was when I didn’t marry him yet though. Why?”Kuya Casper chuckled and sat next to me. “Well, it’s not too late to do it. ““What do you mean?” I asked. Confused of what were they trying to say.They both looked at each other before they stared at me. Casper moved next to Andrew and they nodded, as if they were communicating each other through their eyes.“Well, we decided to send you to New York for modelling.”Kuya Casper sighed. “I know that you love modelling but couldn’t achieve it because of him, so we wanted to let you know that you can do what you want now princess. No one will control you and your dreams anymore.”Kuya Andrew nodded rapidly. “Indeed. Mom and dad already booked your flight back to New York city.”“Is this for real?” I was almost dumbfounded. I couldn’t comprehend their words fast so my reactions were a little bit late.When they nodded while smiling, I knew that my life was about to change drastically. I suddenly hugged my brothers tightly and we screamed with glee. I was thankful that I have my brothers at my back who are willing to push me up in times of my weakest moments.We talked for hours before mom and dad returned home. My dad was handling his business matters while my mom? Well, mom was with dad everyday since he loves mommy so much that he couldn’t work properly without her by his side. They are the sweetest.“I already packed up your stuff Princess…” Mom said before chewing her food. We’re currently eating our dinner without Kuya Dean since he’s already a paranoid married man who often got jealous of small things.I glanced at her and smiled. “Thank you mom.”“Would you like me to go with you princess?”I shook my head. “It’s ok kuya Andrew.”“Are you sure Princess? I can cancel my mee-----” I cut off what he was trying to say. “I’m already twenty-four kuya , so you don’t need to worry anymore.” I stated.They’re always like this, overprotective parents and brothers. My family often call me ‘princess’ because coming from them, I am their princess while mom is our queen. My friends call me Bella, but my real name is Princess Bella Daño—De Villa. Well, soon Princess Bella Daño once again.Mommy giggled and looked at me tenderly. “You may be a woman but you are still our princess who peed her bed when she was five years old------”“Mom!” I stopped her. “At least I didn’t cry when you went to the Philippines just to visit your friends.” I teased and saw my dad’s warning gaze.He stopped eating and stared at mom who was amusingly laughing too. “Well darling, I thought that you wouldn’t come back. I thought that you were leaving me—us!”The dining room was filled with laughter’s when my phone suddenly vibrated in my pocket. I slid my hands inside and pressed it.It was such an overwhelming feeling when I saw who just messaged me. After five months, he finally sent me a text. I bit my lips when I realized that I didn’t edit his name on my phone. My lips trembled slightly and my breath hitched.MY LOVE (BLACK):Let’s meet tomorrow. You choose the time and place. Good evening.“Are you ok Princess?” I blinked several times before his message hit me. I turned to face them and smiled like nothing happened. I didn’t realize that I dozed up for a moment. “I’m fine mom.” I answered. “I’ll be heading to my room now, I’m so excited that I wanted to pack more things.” They all chuckled before I stood up and walked upstairs. I didn’t know why I was excited. Was it because I’ll be going to New York for modelling? Or because of something else? Gosh! What was I even thinking? Of course it’s because of the modeling stuff! I closed the door and typed on my phone. My heart was thumping so loud that I’m afraid if ever my family could hear it from below. ‘1 PM, at my favorite restaurant’ – SENT I blew some air from inside my chest because it felt like it was drowning me. Why now? Why after five months? Did he realize that he still love me? Was he regretting what he did? Maybe because my mind and body was exhausted that I fell asleep so fast. I woke up at eight before
His grip becomes gentle. My mind froze and my lips trembled as his kisses went deeper yet soft. His slender fingers crawled up to my nape and pushed my face to his. “B-Black---hmmm…” I accidentally moaned. I composed myself and started to struggle when his tongue entered my mouth. He dragged my body closer to him that made me touch his hard chest. What the heck was he doing?! I stopped and closed my eyes, letting my tears fall. Soon after, I felt him withdraw from what he was doing and moved away from me. I opened my eyes and saw how his cold eyes becomes colder. “I h-hate you. I hate you a lot!” I couldn’t suppress the emotions that were building in my chest and my palm suddenly landed on his cheeks. His face slightly tilted but still, he was emotionless. His slightly long hair hid his grey eyes. I took a deep breath as my eyes displayed hatred. I couldn’t control my anger anymore knowing that he was the reason why my baby died. Knowing that he became ruthless to me without some v
I stared at the lenses of the camera with a fierce look on my face. My black cocktail dress glittered as the spotlight focused on me. I slowly walked on the red carpet without any reaction while hundreds of camera’s were flashing one after another, capturing my every move. Not like others, I didn’t have any partner with me tonight. I don’t need no man. “Miss Daño, what can you say about your issue with Mr. Smith?” I stopped for a moment before I explored my sight to the reporter who spoke. I faked a smile and shook my head. “We’re just friends.” I answered. I strode inside the hall where thousands of people with popularity welcomed my eyes. The room was spacious and everything was obviously expensive. It was the 5th year anniversary of C.C. company owned by Mr. Smith, a young businessman that was linked to me for awhile now. More on, he’s just a close friend of mine. “I though you weren’t coming? Where’s your friend?” A manly voice caught my attention and my ears instantly knew wh
The sun’s light peeked into the windows and the rays touched my face, as it radiated inside my eyes which made my pupils golden from brown.I explored my sight around and found myself on my bed. I automatically gasped when I realized that my clothes weren’t the same from yesterday night. I was already wearing a white pairs of pajama.“Shit!” Slapping my head slowly, I was trying to think what had happened last night. As far as I remember, I was drunk and someone whom I thought was Clyde sent me back to my unit. However, I had doubts since he had a very familiar touch with an alluring scent of masculinity.As I was about to get up from bed, my phone rang which made me stop my actions and go straight to where my pouch was seated. I saw Candice' name on the screen so I swiped the answer button and instantly heard her sharp voice.“Bellaaaaaaa!”This woman, “Why?”“I have some good news my dear friend, wann
“Take care Bella. I’ll miss you!” I smiled and hugged Candice tightly. If it wasn’t for her support, I wouldn’t be the person whom I am now. Patting her head, I spoke gently. “I’ll be there for only five months. Once my contract is done, I’ll come back here.” Her teary eyes blinked several times before she hugged me back. Her shoulders were moving slightly. This dramatic friend of mine is always like this so I’m not surprise at all.“Call me once you departed.” I held my phone tight before nodding. “I will.” While waiting for my flight, I could feel the heavyweight inside of me. Maybe because it’s my first time after three years that I will be away from my friend who used to comfort me when I feel down.After minutes of waiting, we were called out so I went to my designated flight number. I settled everything first and walked inside the plane to suit myself before looking outside the window, then it flew above.
I watched how the water dropped from his hair to his slightly hairy yet hard chest. It traveled down to his skin until it disappeared beneath the towel that was being wrapped around his solid waist. His muscular biceps were wet and there was another towel that was on his head.He smirked devilishly. “So, you finally become someone whom you always wanted hmm?” His thin seductive lips rose a bit.I gave him a smug face and sat on the couch away from him. If I was the same person three years ago, I would’ve jumped into his embrace, too bad it’s not me anymore. I smiled and said, “My career is none of your business Mr. De Villa. I’m here for work. Nothing more, nothing less.” He suddenly let out a soft laughed and sat on the couch opposite to mine. The only hindrance in between was the small mini-table. I avoided my gaze to his inviting appearance and shameful actions. “I’m your boss now so you have to follow what I say Miss Daño.” His voi
Mariel took me to a shopping mall. It was not simply a mall, but one of the biggest mall in the world. I had no idea what should we do, but she was kind enough to discuss her thoughts.“Actually ma’am, my boss simply told me to accompany you today.” Her eyes looked down. She was wearing a ripped jeans and a white shirt. I nodded and pointed one of the stall inside. “Let’s go there.” I dragged her with me. “You suddenly rushed in my room and I wasn’t able to eat my breakfast so I’m hungry. Today is my cheat day.”Her forehead furrowed. “What is cheat day ma’am? You wanted to cheat on your boyfriend?!” She exclaimed, wearing a shock expression with her confuse eyes.I giggled. My palm uncontrollably patted her head as we got inside the food chain called Jollibee. “No. You don’t understand because you’re still young, but as a model, I need to limit the calories that I should take everyday.” “A cheat day means I can eat w
I hummed and not long after, we arrived. I pulled to park my car but soon, a guard stopped us. Mariel automatically went out and talked to the guard for awhile before she told me to give my car keys to him and I obliged. I went out, gave him my keys before he drove my car to park it at a more private place. Hmm, they truly treat me special.“I’ll guide you to where the photoshoot will be held ma’am. It’s almost eight so I think they’re already inside.” I nodded and followed her. Good thing that the building was more secured and the reporters couldn’t access here easily, I’ll be able to breath properly and not act hysterical if someone would suddenly asked me some questions about me and Clyde’s issue in NYC. The moment we went inside the huge building, the people stopped and looked at us, ----- looked at me. Some were obviously stunned and majority of them acted so surprised to see me. I was once like them too, when I was still bui